217014170 Posted February 13, 2015 Posted February 13, 2015 (edited) The challenge with Mallet is he is still hurt (torn pec). Word is that he will not be able to begin light lifting until mid to late March. All indications are that he will recover fully but there is a limited body of live action video with which to evaluate. The Texans are in a similar situation in Buffalo with a less than stellar/popular option at Plan B - The Beard. Odds favor Houston having leverage if they plan to re-sign Mallett just because it's very difficult for other teams to evaluate him either through past performance or live workout. Personally...I would really like to see Buffalo commit to EJ for the entire 2015 season. There is no QB currently available that can take over games and win on their own. Truthfully...those guys rarely become available in their prime anyway. As far as adding QB depth to the roster? I like Luke McCown being signed as a backup and maybe bring Sanchez in to compete as the starter and push EJ but if he doesn't clearly win the job by the third preseason game cut him. Draft the best QB you have rated on your board in the appropriate round and keep Tuel around through training camp to eat some reps. Worst case (a pretty good case, IMO) you have EJ starting behind a much improved OL and a stud tight end, a declared veteran backup in McCown (who can still be effective spot starting) with no delusions of grandeur, a rookie #3, and Tuel on the PS unless someone else with more potential is available. EJ needs confidence. Running him out there on essentially one week contracts does not instill confidence. And, honestly, the guys around him will work harder knowing they have to do a little more every week because he is not going to take the team on his back and carry them to victory...at least not yet. Edited February 13, 2015 by 217014170
BillsFanM.D. Posted February 13, 2015 Posted February 13, 2015 I dont think there is a QB on that list that I would want starting over EJ CBF Once again...I agree.
YoloinOhio Posted February 13, 2015 Posted February 13, 2015 1) Sanchez 2) Moore I have hope for EJ in the new offense, too.
VirginiaMike Posted February 13, 2015 Posted February 13, 2015 Although not a free agent, I think he is available -- Kirk Cousins
voodoo poonani Posted February 13, 2015 Posted February 13, 2015 None of the above... not allowed? Ryan Mallett then. Hopefully he learned something from Brady.
Stampede Posted February 13, 2015 Posted February 13, 2015 i like EJ also and have hope that this new offense will showcase his talents but i would like to see Josh Freeman get a shot here as well...if he can be found; he's not even talked about as a free agent.
The Real Buffalo Joe Posted February 13, 2015 Posted February 13, 2015 "Former Jets/Eagles/Falcons QB" Are they not using Vick's name because of the dog thing?
Canadian Bills Fan Posted February 13, 2015 Posted February 13, 2015 Canada's(CFL) best. Who weren't good enough to make any NFL team...... CBF
John from Riverside Posted February 13, 2015 Posted February 13, 2015 Ultimately the best thing that could happen for this team is that the time that EJ Manuel held the clipboard combined with a OC that can run a legit NFL offense that masks QB weaknesses and shows off their strengths makes it so EJ beats out ANY competition that is brought into camp.....and does what we all hoped for but coudnt do in his second year. but We cannot do what the previous coaches did and not have a viable alternative. I want a QB with the guts that Orton had (early on) to put the ball on receivers downfield but also has mobility to escape pressure a little bit. At this point I am going to say Hoyer or Matt Moore.......and hope that EJ shows progression in his 3rd year and overtakes them at some point in the season.....not because Hoyer or Moore sucked.....but because EJ was just too good to keep on the bench
Rob's House Posted February 13, 2015 Posted February 13, 2015 Matt Moore Colt McCoy Brian Hoyer In that order.
1billsfan Posted February 13, 2015 Posted February 13, 2015 (edited) Is there anything sadder than the "which QB will the Bills sign or trade for" QB debate? After we know who the guy is, will there ever be a more "who cares" reaction to something that was so endlessly debated? I'm not getting on this thread, just realizing that when we all finally know who this QB will be, it will register practically nothing in regards to fan confidence about the 2015 QB situation. If I were the Bills, I think I'd trade for either Foles or Glennon and give EJ Manuel a contemporary of his, who has more TDs, and who is widely viewed as a better QB than him. Then see what kind of fighter he is. EJ has a higher ceiling and a lower floor than those two QBs, time to finally see which way that stairway goes. Forced to choose I'd say they go and get Foles after Philly pulls off a trade up in the draft to pick Mariota. Say goodbye to that #50 pick for Foles. Edited February 13, 2015 by 1billsfan
YoloinOhio Posted February 13, 2015 Posted February 13, 2015 Is there anything sadder than the "which QB will the Bills sign or trade for" QB debate? After we know who the guy is, will there ever be a more "who cares" reaction to something that was so endlessly debated? I'm not getting on this thread, just realizing that when we all finally know who this QB will be, it will register practically nothing in regards to fan confidence about the 2015 QB situation. If I were the Bills, I think I'd trade for either Foles or Glennon and give EJ Manuel a contemporary of his, who has more TDs, and who is widely viewed as a better QB than him. Then see what kind of fighter he is. EJ has a higher ceiling and a lower floor than those two QBs, time to finally see which way that stairway goes. Forced to choose I'd say they go and get Foles after Philly pulls off a trade up in the draft to pick Mariota. Say goodbye to that #50 pick for Foles.
Dopey Posted February 13, 2015 Posted February 13, 2015 Who weren't good enough to make any NFL team...... CBF but might be good enough now. Considering what we have on the roster right now. By the way, I think EJ is our best shot next season. If Rex can make it to 2 AFC championship games with Sanchez, EJ might be ok.Hope he works out.
John from Riverside Posted February 13, 2015 Posted February 13, 2015 Is there anything sadder than the "which QB will the Bills sign or trade for" QB debate? After we know who the guy is, will there ever be a more "who cares" reaction to something that was so endlessly debated? I'm not getting on this thread, just realizing that when we all finally know who this QB will be, it will register practically nothing in regards to fan confidence about the 2015 QB situation. If I were the Bills, I think I'd trade for either Foles or Glennon and give EJ Manuel a contemporary of his, who has more TDs, and who is widely viewed as a better QB than him. Then see what kind of fighter he is. EJ has a higher ceiling and a lower floor than those two QBs, time to finally see which way that stairway goes. Forced to choose I'd say they go and get Foles after Philly pulls off a trade up in the draft to pick Mariota. Say goodbye to that #50 pick for Foles. I would also like to see EJ fight for the job like he wants it....... EJ you said "if I get another opportunity im gonna sling it more" Lets see it If we trade for Foles then so be it.....fill the other needs in free agency. We need to improve this QB position because there are legit offensive weapons on this team RIGHT NOW
Maddog69 Posted February 13, 2015 Author Posted February 13, 2015 Thanks for replying, guys/gals. It is interesting to see which horse each of you is picking in this race.
YoloinOhio Posted February 13, 2015 Posted February 13, 2015 I would also like to see EJ fight for the job like he wants it....... EJ you said "if I get another opportunity im gonna sling it more" Lets see it If we trade for Foles then so be it.....fill the other needs in free agency. We need to improve this QB position because there are legit offensive weapons on this team RIGHT NOW LOL - I was referring to him saying "I'm not getting on this thread" and then participating.
The Real Buffalo Joe Posted February 13, 2015 Posted February 13, 2015 Hoyer.. Tim- Well we made it almost two pages.
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